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Dr. Peter Akpe Sworn In As Bayelsa State Deputy Governor

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Dr. Peter Akpe has been sworn in as the sixth Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, taking over the remaining two years of the current administration. The oath of office was administered on Wednesday by Bayelsa State Chief Judge, Hon. Justice Matilda Abrakasa Ayemieye, at the State Executive Council Chamber, Government House, Yenagoa. The ceremony also saw one commissioner and 18 permanent secretaries sworn in. Governor Douye Diri paid tribute to the late Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who passed away on December 11, 2025, and received a full state burial. “Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo has been laid to rest. I thank the state and all stakeholders for their unity and support during the period of mourning,” Diri said. The governor explained that Akpe’s nomination followed careful prayer and reflection. “After seeking the guidance of God, I submitted the name of Dr. Peter Akpe to the House of Assembly. The Assembly considered his nomination swiftly, and today we witness his swearing-in as required by the Constitution,” Diri said. He added that his decision was guided by competence, character, and faith. “I sought someone with proven ability, integrity, and a God-fearing background, and I found that in Dr. Peter Akpe. I also thank the Assembly for their quick approval,” the governor said. Diri assured Akpe of his full support and urged him to uphold the responsibilities of his office. “As Deputy Governor, you have my full support. I believe you will be a trusted partner in fulfilling our promises to the people of Bayelsa State. Let your leadership be guided by honour, empathy, and a commitment to the wellbeing of our state,” he said.

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Bayelsa Chief of Staff Peter Akpe Becomes State’s New Deputy Governor

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Governor Douye Diri has nominated Pastor (Hon.) Peter Pereotubo Akpe, who currently serves as his Chief of Staff, as the new Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State. The Bayelsa State House of Assembly confirmed the nomination on Tuesday, ending weeks of speculation over who would succeed the late Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who passed away on 11 December 2025. Before his appointment as Chief of Staff at Government House, Akpe was the Majority Leader of the State House of Assembly. He hails from Ebedebiri in Sagbama Local Government Area — the same local government as the late Ewhrudjakpo.

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Bayelsa Police Arrest 60-Year-Old Man After Suspected IED Found At State Secretariat Complex

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Bayelsa State Police Command yesterday arrested a 60-year-old man, Pentecost Elijah from Otuan Community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, following the discovery of a suspected improvised explosive device (IED) at the State Secretariat Complex in Yenagoa around 6:00 a.m. Upon receiving the alert, the Commissioner of Police, CP Iyamah Daniel Edebor, promptly deployed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit, Special Drone Unit, and other tactical teams to the scene. The area was immediately secured and cordoned off. A detailed search by EOD operatives led to the identification and safe neutralization of one unexploded IED. The police confirmed that no lives were lost and no property was damaged in the incident. DSP Musa Mohammed, the Police Public Relations Officer for Bayelsa State Command, stated that the suspect is currently undergoing interrogation at the State Criminal Investigation Department and will be charged once investigations are concluded. The police assured the public that the situation is under control and normalcy has returned, urging residents to remain calm and continue with their lawful activities.

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Bayelsa State Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo Dies After Collapse

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Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Oborawharievwo Ewhrudjakpo, has reportedly passed away. Sources say the deputy governor died on Thursday at an undisclosed hospital at the age of 60. Neither the Bayelsa State Government nor his family has provided details regarding the circumstances of his death. Reports indicate that Ewhrudjakpo collapsed on Thursday and was immediately taken to the hospital. Born on September 5, 1965, Ewhrudjakpo was a former federal lawmaker and had served as Bayelsa State’s Deputy Governor since 2020.

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Bayelsa Deputy Governor Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo Collapses, Rushed To Hospital

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Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, was rushed to the hospital on Thursday after collapsing at the Government House in Yenagoa. The exact cause of his collapse is still unclear, but sources described the situation as serious. He was reportedly taken to the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, for urgent medical attention. Efforts to confirm the incident directly with the hospital were unsuccessful, as the Public Relations Officer, Ben Akpedi, did not respond to calls. Ewhrudjakpo’s media aide, Doubara Atasi, confirmed the development but declined to provide further details, responding only with “Yes” before ending the call.

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Bayelsa Police Investigate Missing 24-Year-Old NYSC Corps Member

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The Bayelsa State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has launched an investigation into the disappearance of 24-year-old National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Levi Anyanwu (NYSC registration BYS/25A/0244). According to Punch Metro, Anyanwu, whose primary assignment is at the Ijaw National Academy in Kaiama, Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area, went missing on October 8, 2025. The state’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit has been tasked with uncovering the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. In a statement released on Sunday, Police Public Relations Officer Musa Mohammed said Anyanwu was initially believed to be with fellow Jehovah’s Witness worshippers, Mr. and Mrs. Wisdom George. The couple confirmed he had been with them but left afterward. Detectives further questioned Anyanwu’s roommate, Mr. Oke Emmanuel, who confirmed that the missing corps member had been with the George family until October 6. The police learned that Anyanwu had complained of illness and was treated at Kaiama Referral Hospital on October 4, being discharged on October 5, before disappearing to an unknown location the following day. The police are also investigating a separate allegation involving the extortion of N100,000 from Anyanwu’s parents by two inmates at Igbara Correctional Centre in Abeokuta, Ogun State, who posed as kidnappers. The corps member’s phone, left in his apartment, was linked to a GSM call traced to an inmate at the prison. According to investigators, the inmate exploited the father by requesting money to an account belonging to Atinuke Oluwalose, an associate of the detainee. Authorities noted that certain personal and religious considerations may have influenced Anyanwu’s actions, but stressed that preliminary findings indicate no actual kidnapping occurred. The police confirmed that law enforcement efforts are ongoing to bring clarity to the matter and ensure a proper resolution of the case.

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Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri Officially Defects To APC

Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri Officially Defects To APC

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Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), ending weeks of speculation about his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The atmosphere in Yenagoa, the state capital, was electric on Monday as thousands of APC supporters and loyalists of the governor gathered to celebrate his entry into the ruling party. Supporters from all eight local government areas flooded the streets, chanting solidarity songs and waving party flags despite the early morning rain. By 10 a.m., the 5,000-capacity Samson Siasia Stadium was filled to the brim, forcing security personnel to halt further entry to prevent overcrowding. Diri’s defection marks a major political realignment in Bayelsa State, as the governor formally renounced his membership of the PDP, which he left two weeks ago after months of internal party tension. Several high-profile politicians and government officials were present to welcome him into the APC, including Akwa Ibom State Governor Pastor Umo Eno, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, his predecessor Ifeanyi Okowa, Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, former Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole, and Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh. The event was described by party leaders as “a new dawn for Bayelsa,” signaling the APC’s growing influence in the South-South region ahead of the next election cycle.

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Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri and 22 Lawmakers Leave PDP

Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri and 22 Lawmakers Leave PDP

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Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Vanguard reports. The resignation also includes the Speaker of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly and 22 other lawmakers, marking a significant shift in the state’s political landscape. Governor Diri’s departure comes just a day after his Enugu State counterpart, Peter Mbah, defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). At the time of reporting, Governor Diri has not disclosed his next political move.  

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